Coldplay, a British band that has made its mark worldwide, is all set to tour India soon. This news is no less than a celebration for their Indian fans. Chris Martin’s voice and the band’s unique music have made a place in the hearts of millions of people. Let’s know some special things about Coldplay that you may not know:
Beginning of Coldplay
In 1997, Coldplay was formed in London. The band consists of vocalist and pianist Chris Martin, guitarist Jonny Buckland, bassist Guy Berryman, drummer and percussionist Will Champion, and manager Phil Harvey.
Heights of popularity
The band has received many awards including Grammy Awards, and Brit Awards, and has also been a part of the Billboard and UK Singles Chart. They have sold more than 100 million albums so far and songs like “Fix You”, “Viva La Vida”, and “A Sky Full of Stars” have become very popular worldwide.
Special connection with India
Earlier in 2016, Coldplay performed in India as part of the Global Citizen Festival in Mumbai, which also saw performances by several music artists and bands. The band performed a classic Namaste and hoisted the Indian flag as part of their program. The festival was organized to promote global development goals.
Preparations for a tour in India
The band is scheduled to perform in India in 2025. The band will perform at the DY Patil Sports Stadium in Mumbai on January 18 and 19. Band members are expected to perform all-time favorites such as ‘Viva la Vida’, ‘Paradise’, ‘Yellow’, ‘A Sky Full of Stars’, ‘Adventure of a Lifetime’, and many more.
Coldplay India Concert Ticket Sales and Ticket Prices
According to reports, tickets for the Coldplay Mumbai concert will be priced between Rs 2500 and Rs 35,000. The ticket sales have gone live on the booking platform BookMyShow on September 22, 2024, at noon.
Infinity Tickets
There is also a new ticket feature for the upcoming concert. A limited number of tickets called Infinity Tickets will be available at Rs 2000 per ticket. However, tickets must be bought in pairs and only two tickets will be available for one buyer.
Coldplay’s India connection
The Coldplay band also shot their music video, Hymn for the Weekend, in October 2015 at several locations. This included Worli village in Mumbai, Fort Vasai in Vasai, and Kolkata. The track also features Sonam Kapoor.
Music of the Spheres World Tour
Coldplay has performed in Asia, Australia, Europe, Latin America, and parts of Australia over the past two years as part of the Music of the Spheres World Tour.
meaning of Coldplay Band Songs
Coldplay’s songs contain not only music but also deep messages. Their songs are based on themes of love, peace, and self-realization. Songs like “Viva La Vida” speak of struggle and power, fame, while “Fix You” symbolizes grief and loss.
